In today's roundup of crypto chatter,Andreas Antonopoulos explains rolling checkpoints and how consensus is achieved between miners, developers, In today's roundup of crypto chatter,Andreas Antonopoulos explains rolling checkpoints and how consensus is achieved between miners, developers, exchanges, merchants, and wallets. Chris DeRose believes the new Bitcoin pundits are toxic compared to the old ones. Also, Tone Vays defends Jimmy Song's position on using credit cards over bitcoin. (BCH, BTC)

In today's edition of The Daily, we cover a number of stories that show how the cryptocurrency ecosystem is evolving to become more inviting to institutional investors. Bittrex exchange opens an OTC trading desk, Bakkt

The National Revenue Agency of Bulgaria is preparing to conduct inspections on cryptocurrency trading platforms and their customers. The authority wants The National Revenue Agency of Bulgaria is preparing to conduct inspections on cryptocurrency trading platforms and their customers. The authority wants to make sure that both are fulfilling their obligations under the country's tax and social security laws.

Malaysia's finance minister has announced that the order to regulate cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings as securities has come into force. Crypto service providers and exchanges are required to obtain authorization from the country's Securities Commission, which will work with the central bank to ensure compliance. (BTC)

Since the creation and subsequent takedown of the darknet marketplace the Silk Road, the hidden market ecosystem has exploded with inventive solutions The darknet ecosystem has created methods like dropgangs and dead drops in order to further escape the clutches of the world's law enforcement agencies.

On Sunday, Bitcoin Cash (BCH) developer Jonathan Toomim unveiled a project he's been working on called Xthinner, a new block propagation protocol that Xthinner can compress blocks by 99.6 percent and performs roughly 4x to 6x more efficiently than block propagation concepts like Compact Blocks and Xthin. (BCH, BTC, FIBRE)

The Marshall Islands' plan to issue a sovereign cryptocurrency, dubbed 'the Sovereign' (SOV), appears to be progressing, with the Oceanic nation announcing that it will work alongside Steve Tendon, a former adviser to the Maltese Office of the Prime Minister regarding blockchain policy, in developing the virtual currency.

When it comes to cryptocurrency regulation, there is a lack of consensus on how to protect investors. Criminal activity such as fraud, hacks and theft is Criminal activity such as fraud, hackings and theft continue to be an issue not only in crypto but in the traditional financial world too. When it comes to cryptocurrency regulation there is a lack of consensus on how to protect investors. Some argue KYC and AML compliance is unnecessary and infringes on a user's right to privacy.

You don't have to be vain to want a vanity address. A bitcoin vanity address is the crypto equivalent of a personalized license plate, with a portion of You don't have to be vain to want a vanity address. A bitcoin vanity address is the crypto equivalent of a personalized license plate, with a portion of its 26-35 alphanumeric characters closely mirroring the name of the wallet's owner. (BTC)

In this edition of The Daily, a video gamer streaming on Twitch has received crypto donations totaling over $70,000 and a hacker believed to be behind the In this edition of The Daily, a video gamer streaming on Twitch has received crypto donations totaling over $70,000 and a hacker believed to be behind the 51-percent attack on the Ethereum Classic blockchain has reportedly returned $100,000 in ETC coins. Also, Electrum developers have issued another series of warnings about phishing attempts using the name of the popular cryptocurrency wallet. (BTC, ETC, ETH)

In the midst of a severe economic depression and the devaluation of the Venezuelan bolvar, bitcoin cash (BCH) supporters have been teaching people about Bitcoin Cash (BCH) supporters have been teaching Venezuelans about the benefits of using permissionless cryptocurrencies throughout the country. (BCH, BTC)

According to reports from media outlet Texas Public Radio, the Chinese mining giant Bitmain Technologies hasreportedly suspended operations in the town According to Texas Public Radio report, the Chinese mining giant Bitmain Technologies hasreportedly suspended operations in the town of Rockdale.

The Latin American peer-to-peer (P2P) cryptocurrency markets have a seen a significant spike heading into 2019, with the Colombian, Peruvian, and Venezuelan Localbitcoins market posting record volume when measuring in both fiat and BTC. The Argentinian, Dominican, and Mexican markets also posted record volume for P2P trade in recent weeks. (BTC)

Acknowledging Venezuela's efforts to deal with inflation and sanctions by creating a state-issued cryptocurrency, Russian officials have nevertheless Acknowledging Venezuela's efforts to deal with inflation and sanctions by creating a state-issued cryptocurrency, Russian officials have nevertheless turned down a proposal to use the oil-backed coin in bilateral trade. According to Russian media, Moscow has recently offered Caracas a set of measures aimed at mending the country's economy but the petro is not among the recommendations.

IBM recently unveiled its Q System One at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2019, with the company describing such as a quantum computer developed for commercial use. Despite numerous media outlets again decrying the imminent death of bitcoin, IBM's quantum system is not the game-changer that many are heralding it to be. (BTC)

Despite being just one week old, Izabella Bowles carries great expectations upon her tiny shoulders. The baby, born on Jan. 6, will go to college when A so-called bitcoin baby, born on Jan. 6, will go to college with her tuition fees paid for using what many believe to be the future of money - bitcoin. (BTC)

In today's edition of The Daily, we feature a couple of stories that show how, despite the current downturn in the cryptocurrency markets, different In today's edition of The Daily, we feature a couple of stories that show how, despite the current downturn in the cryptocurrency markets, different locations in the U.S. are competing to attract the industry. We also cover a new bitcoin investment trust application with the SEC and a rebranding of a crypto exchange. (BTC)

Tired of blockchain projects that hoard your money without delivery? Fed up with the infinitesimal winning chance of traditional lotteries? What if there's a Lottery even you can win? Not just chances, but also predictable income. Now, there is a Blockchain Lottery that doesn't hoard your money, but actually redistributes almost ALL incoming Ether back at lucky players. And there are four ways to make money from it. Are you ready to Fomo-2-Moon?Tired of blockchain projects that hoard your money without delivery? Fed up with the infinitesimal winning chance of traditional lotteries? What if there's a Lottery even you can win? Not just chances, but also predictable income. Now, there is a Blockchain Lottery that doesn't hoard your money, but actually redistributes almost ALL incoming Ether back at lucky players. And there are four ways to make money from it. Are you ready to Fomo-2-Moon?

Japan's top financial regulator has clarified to news.Bitcoin.com its stance on bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), cryptocurrency derivatives, and upcoming regulatory changes. This follows reports that the agency may be considering approving an ETF that tracks cryptocurrencies. (BTC)

Malaysia's government still hasn't made up its mind on what to do with cryptocurrencies. The country's finance minister last year warned companies not to The government in Malaysia still hasn't made up its mind on what to do with cryptocurrencies. (BTC)

Interview with Jeffrey Tucker on All Things Crypto, Part Two Conducted by Wendy McElroy The multi-faceted Jeffrey Tucker is an American writer who focuses Wendy: I was very impressed by an article in which you argued against the idea that Misesian regression theorem invalidated bitcoin as a money. For readers, the Regression theorem claims (BTC)

How much is one bitcoin worth? In fiat currency terms, that's a constantly shifting answer, but ever since the beginning, the following has held true: one How much is one bitcoin worth? In fiat currency terms, that's a constantly shifting answer, but ever since the beginning, the following has held true: one bitcoin is worth as much as the buyer is willing to pay. Today, that's likely to be a few thousand dollars, but back in the day, the reverse was more likely to be true: for one dollar, you could buy several thousand bitcoins. (BTC)

OTC crypto platform Genesis Global Trading has increased its annual trading volume by 50 percent and we've got the details in this edition of The Daily. OTC crypto platform Genesis Global Trading has increased its annual trading volume by 50 percent and we are covering the news in the first edition of The Daily this weekend. We also feature an announcement by Bittrex which sought to calm traders it's moving assets to reorganize its cold storage and the launch of an offers bot by P2P exchange Hodl Hodl. (BTC)

It has been over a year since Japan's Financial Services Agency last approved a cryptocurrency exchange to legally operate in the country. Coincheck, which was hacked early last year, has become the 17th fully-registered crypto exchange in the country. The exchange has made numerous improvements after it was acquired by Monex Group. (BTC)

When will the bear market end? is the refrain of bored and frustrated traders across crypto Twitter. Soon is the answer suggested by Delphi Digital's When will the bear market end? is the refrain of bored and frustrated traders across crypto Twitter. Soon is the answer suggested by Delphi Digital's latest report. Bitcoin Holder Analysis Through Cycles seeks to determine when selling pressure that has deflated BTC prices over the past 12 months will alleviate, signaling that market recovery could be imminent. (BTC)

Russian-born entrepreneur Pavel Durov is liquidating Telegram Messenger LLP, the Britain-based company behind the popular messaging service Telegram. The Russian-born entrepreneur Pavel Durov is liquidating Telegram Messenger LLP, the Britain-based company behind the popular messaging service Telegram. The same entity is registered as the messenger's operator in the Russian Federation, where Telegram is currently banned.

Decentralized cryptocurrency exchange Bisq has upgraded its open source software. The revamped platform includes a new user interface in addition to marking the launch of the Bisq Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) on testnet. (DAO)

Many would argue that comparing cryptocurrency trading with forex is like comparing apples and oranges, but that's not entirely accurate. On closer Many would argue that comparing BTC trading with forex is comparing apples and oranges. There are a number of similarities between forex and cryptocurrencies. The underlying market dynamics of supply and demand will govern the prices of assets. Here traders share their thoughts on the mechanics of each. (BTC)

In Friday's edition of The Daily, we cover the news about a vulnerability found in the Beam Wallet days after the launch of the Mimblewimble-based coin. In Friday's edition of The Daily, we cover the news about a vulnerability found in the Beam Wallet days after the launch of the first Mimblewimble-based coin, Beam. Also, crypto card provider Wirex has added waves to its list of supported cryptocurrencies, and digital asset exchange Exmo has registered an increase in the number of Belarusian users following Binance's move to restrict their access to its platform. (WAVES)

As per the reports, January 1, 2019, Bitex has launched its cryptocurrency in worldwide cryptocurrency exchanges, coin namely XBX which is now accessible for trading. So now it's the right time to change your coins which you don't need into XBX. As cryptocurrency is the evolving aspect of future payments, Bitex is offering you a solution to facilitate your daily requirements. The coin-XBX will be used as a utility token, received as a fee for all the transactions.As per the reports, January 1, 2019, Bitex has launched its cryptocurrency in worldwide cryptocurrency exchanges, coin namely XBX which is now accessible for trading. So now it's the right time to change your coins which you don't need into XBX.As cryptocurrency is the evolving aspect of future payments, Bitex is offering you a solution to facilitate your daily requirements. The coin-XBX will be used as a utility token, received as a fee for all the transactions.

Over six months ago, Bitcoin.com launched a dedicated development page for programmers working on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) network. More recently, our web In order to ring in the New Year, this week Bitcoin.com has added a dedicated Bitdb node and explorer that can query the BCH chain. (BCH, BTC)

On Thursday, Bloxroute Labs announced a partnership with the China-based mining operation Rawpool Group and global video communication software firm Both Rawpool and Yeecall plan to be the first cryptocurrency businesses to adopt Bloxroute's product dubbed the Blockchain Distribution Network version one. (BCH, BTC, ETH)

Several known crypto companies have been granted licenses to operate from Gibraltar since the British overseas territory adopted business-friendly Several known crypto companies have been granted licenses to operate from Gibraltar since the British overseas territory adopted business-friendly regulations for the nascent industry. According to Gibraltar's trade minister, Albert Isola, the government is now focused on creating a supportive environment for the sector.

The cryptocurrency mining manufacturer Bitmain may have a new chief executive officer in the near future according to regional reports. Bitmain's director Reportedly Bitmain's director of product engineering Haichao Wang will take the lead role within the company but no official time frame has been revealed.

The markets have produced a slight retracement in response to Bitcoin Core (BTC) testing a long-term descending trendline dating back to December 2017's record highs. The dip has seen Bitcoin Cash (BCH) slip back below $150, and BTC fail to hold above $4,000. As of this writing, Ripple (XRP) has again overtaken Ethereum (ETH) to rank as the largest altcoin by market cap. (BCH, BTC, ETH, XRP)

Brexit and the sharp downturn in the cryptocurrency markets have not been able to stop the growth of the British crypto industry. End of year figures show Brexit and the sharp downturn in the cryptocurrency markets have not been able to stop the growth of the British crypto industry. End of year figures show that crypto-related companies in the United Kingdom have raised a total of over 200 million ($255.2 million) in capital venture funding during 2018.

What can you buy with a virtual pocketful of satoshis? Why, anything and everything. Whatever goods or services you can purchase with BTC or BCH you can What can you buy with a virtual pocketful of satoshis? Why, anything and everything. Whatever goods or services you can purchase with BTC or BCH you can purchase with their smaller units of account - the satoshi, or 'sat' for short. (BCH, BTC)

The gambling and casino industry has been alert to the changes associated with modern technologies. Since its inception, it has relied on various inventions, whether a simple dice or a sophisticated blockchain betting platform. As advancements in technology speed up, the industry is transformed at a rapid pace as well to catch up with the reality of a highly digitalized world. The key purpose of gambling is winning a prize in a game with uncertain results. It has become immensely popular in different societies as it makes people experience a broad spectrum of emotions. It is winning that triggers particularly addictive perceptions and keeps gamblers on the edge of their seats. Nowadays, gamblers don't even have to take seats outside their houses because leading-edge technologies enable them to place bets and play odds online.The gambling and casino industry has been alert to the changes associated with modern technologies. Since its inception, it has relied on various inventions, whether a simple dice or a sophisticated blockchain betting platform. As advancements in technology speed up, the industry is transformed at a rapid pace as well to catch up with the reality of a highly digitalized world.The key purpose of gambling is winning a prize in a game with uncertain results. It has become immensely popular in different societies as it makes people experience a broad spectrum of emotions. It is winning that triggers particularly addictive perceptions and keeps gamblers on the edge of their seats. Nowadays, gamblers don't even have to take seats outside their houses because leading-edge technologies enable them to place bets and play odds online.

The South Korean government has released the results of its security inspection of cryptocurrency exchanges. Only seven of them passed all 85 of the inspection points. Fourteen previously-inspected exchanges still have not improved and 17 new crypto exchanges did not meet security standards. (BTC)

At the Israel Bitcoin Summit at Tel Aviv University on Jan. 8, veteran cryptographer Nick Szabo explained that the use of censorship-resistant Nick Szabo argued that the world's central banks might turn to cryptocurrency reserves in the future in order to supplement the country's gold reserves. (BCH, BTC)